Conference Day Two: 21st January 2010

09:00 Chairman's Opening

William Wayne
General Manager and COO
SIGTTO

09:15 Problem Solving Session: Transfer Systems

Operator led, this problem solving session will raise the questions that are on everyone's mind. Now it's up to the delegation and speakers to work towards a solution. Possible questions could be:

How will the current offloading technologies fair in turbulent waters?
Which system is better suited to the Floating LNG concept, tandem offloading or side by side transfer?
How much investment needs to be made in order for this technology to be fully operational?

Charles O'Brien
LNG Assurance Superintendant
BP

09:45 Enable Offshore LNG Transfer Through The Usage And Development Of Proven Technologies

Assess the benefits of using offshore marine loading arms in facilitating ship to ship transfer
Enhance the flexibility of vessel motion through the use of effective mooring systems

Nicholas Jones
Concept Development Manager
Flex LNG

10:30 Networking Break

11:00 Panel Discussion: How Far Away Is The Existing Transfer Technology From Being Operational?

Ask a panel of experts in the field of transfer systems what the major roadblocks are to the operation of effective transfer systems. This is your chance to interact with the speakers rather than just listening!

What are the major pitfalls to be dealt with before transfer system technology is ready for the offshore environment?
Is the transfer system technology ready to be applied in different sea states?

Anthony Acton
Formerly BG Group

Captain Mark Lane
Vice President of Operations
Excellerate Energy

11:45 Overview Of UOP FLNG Natural Gas Pretreatment Technology Package

Complete pretreatment solution to 50 ppm CO2
Reliable, proven technology
Operating flexible to handle high and varying acid gas contents in natural gas
Ease of operation (start-up, shutdowns, turndowns, etc.)
Reduction of the amine unit size for new projects (no multiple solvent trains required)

Speaker to be confirmed UOP
A Honeywell Company

12:30 Lunch

13:30 Be Prepared For Regulatory Involvement By Incorporating Health And Safety Requirements Into Your Front End Engineering And Design Phase

Understand the focus of the UK's Health and Safety Executive as they look into emerging technologies
Ascertain the impact of existing regulatory framework

Taf Powell
Emerging Technologies Lead
Health and Safety Executive

14:00 Ensure Your Project Isn't Halted Due To Financing Issues With A Clear Understanding Of Financing Criteria In The Current Market

Hear an update on how the market effects financing of oil and gas projects and understand how that is compounded by fluctuating gas prices
Ascertain the stringent criteria banks require projects to meet in order for additional financing to be considered

Amar Banwait
LNG Shipping and Offshore Specialist
Société Genéralé

14:45 Networking Break

15:15 Ensure Your Project�s Economic Viability By Effectively Mitigating The Risks Associated With Being A Pioneer

Risk Mitigation � How do you perform risk assessments associated with using new technology when it hasn�t been implemented yet?
What are the pitfalls of being part of the first wave of operators of FLNG facilities?
Is it worth it?

Anthony Acton
Formerly BG Group

15:45 Looking Forward - What's Next For The Industry?

Move forward by taking account of history and ascertaining the timelines that applied to early LNG projects and FPSO projects
As projects begin ascertain what the next challenge will be as companies look past the FEED stage
Be ready to deal with the operation specific risks

Captain Mark Lane
Vice President of Operations
Excellerate Energy